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The Case for Space

The Case for Space. Vocabulary for pg 129. d eflect (verb). MEANING . EXAMPLE. t o make something go in a different direction *. One way to deflect an asteroid headed for Earth is to hit it with a spacecraft. *. j ustify (verb). MEANING . EXAMPLE.

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The Case for Space

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  1. The Case for Space Vocabulary for pg 129

  2. deflect (verb) MEANING EXAMPLE • to make something go in a different direction * • One way to deflect an asteroid headed for Earth is to hit it with a spacecraft. *

  3. justify (verb) MEANING EXAMPLE • to show that something is fair or reasonable • Many people think the benefits of solar power justify the cost of installing solar panels.

  4. inherently (adjective) MEANING EXAMPLE • basically; by nature * • Liz thinks her dog is inherently good, even though sometimes he chews the furniture.

  5. seep (verb) MEANING EXAMPLE • to flow or trickle slowly • I didn’t notice that my water bottle was leaking until water seeped out, all over my backpack.

  6. awry (adverb) MEANING EXAMPLE • wrong; amiss • Christina knew something was awry when she noticed the broken window.

  7. juxtapose (verb) MEANING EXAMPLE • to place side by side for the purpose of comparing and contrasting • Photographers sometimes juxtapose before-and-after photos to make a point. *

  8. traverse (verb) MEANING EXAMPLE • to travel across • Pioneers used to traverse the country in covered wagons.

  9. vulnerable (adjective) MEANING EXAMPLE • able to be harmed or damaged • Many birds build nests to keep their vulnerable chicks safe from predators.

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